Controlled Drugs
Controlled drugs are divided into 5
- schedules –
- Schedule 1
- Schedule 2
- Schedule 3
- Schedule 4
- Schedule 5
Schedules of Controlled Drugs
Schedule 1
Drugs belonging to this schedule are thought to have no therapeutic value and therefore cannot be lawfully possessed or prescribed. These include LSD, MDMA (ecstasy) and cannabis. Schedule 1 drugs may be used for the purposes of research but a Home Office licence is required.
